All About Bicycle Repairers

Bicycle Repairer Definition Repair and service bicycles.

A Day in the Life of a Bicycle Repairer

• Align wheels.
• Repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.
• Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.
• Disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.
• Install new tires and tubes.
• Sell bicycles and accessories.

What Every Bicycle Repairer Should Know

Below is a list of the skills most Bicycle Repairers say are important on the job.

Repairing: Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people.

Related Job Titles for this Occupation:

• Bicycle Repairer
• Bicycle Repairman
• Service Technician
• Bicycle Service Technician
• Bicycle Technician

Bicycle Repairer Job Outlook

There were about 12,400 jobs for Bicycle Repairer in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 29.8% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 3,700 new jobs for Bicycle Repairer by 2026. The BLS estimates 2,100 yearly job openings in this field.

The states with the most job growth for Bicycle Repairer are Nevada, Florida, and Missouri. Watch out if you plan on working in Texas, Massachusetts, or Pennsylvania. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Do Bicycle Repairers Make A Lot Of Money?

The salary for Bicycle Repairers ranges between about $20,870 and $41,260 a year.

Bicycle Repairers who work in Wyoming, Maryland, or Massachusetts, make the highest salaries.

How much do Bicycle Repairers make in each U.S. state?

State	Annual Mean Salary
Arizona	$30,690
California	$34,070
Colorado	$31,690
Connecticut	$33,920
District of Columbia	$32,150
Florida	$29,000
Georgia	$31,760
Idaho	$27,270
Illinois	$31,290
Indiana	$29,040
Iowa	$27,920
Kansas	$25,790
Maryland	$33,360
Massachusetts	$33,260
Michigan	$26,630
Minnesota	$28,140
Missouri	$25,800
Montana	$27,260
Nevada	$31,490
New Hampshire	$29,460
New Jersey	$30,370
New Mexico	$27,520
New York	$31,600
North Carolina	$29,830
North Dakota	$28,590
Ohio	$25,900
Oregon	$28,580
Pennsylvania	$27,550
South Carolina	$28,280
South Dakota	$27,750
Tennessee	$29,050
Texas	$25,250
Utah	$29,620
Vermont	$25,930
Virginia	$32,350
Washington	$31,880
Wisconsin	$25,670
Wyoming	$36,480

Tools & Technologies Used by Bicycle Repairers

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Bicycle Repairers:

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Web browser software
• Inventory management software
• RepairTRAX
• LightSpeed Cloud

How to Become a Bicycle Repairer

Individuals working as a Bicycle Repairer have obtained the following education levels:

What work experience do I need to become a Bicycle Repairer?

Bicycle Repairers Sector

The table below shows some of the most common industries where those employed in this career field work.

Other Jobs You May be Interested In

Are you already one of the many Bicycle Repairer in the United States? If you’re thinking about changing careers, these fields are worth exploring:

• Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters

References:

• Bureau of Labor Statistics
• College Factual
• O*NET Online

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